Principal Engineer - Temporary Works & Civil Design Leader

Kier Group plc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc is seeking a Principal Engineer to join our team, delivering civil, structural and geotechnical engineering across the UK. Roles are available in multiple locations including Cambridge, with agile working and up to 1-2 days per week from home.

Salary starts from £60k per year. Join one of the UK's leading temporary works design and management and construction‑related technical services providers, working on a diverse portfolio across major infrastructure schemes from concept to

Qualifications

• Practical grounding in civil, structural and/or geotechnical engineering principles.
• Strong knowledge of applicable design standards.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services including temporary works design and checking, review of permanent designs for buildability and compliance.
• Act as Project Lead for multiple complex projects, managing scope, programme, budget and relationships.
• Produce and review design outputs (calculations, sketches, drawings, 3D models, reports, risk assessments) ensuring CDM/SHE/QA compliance.
• Develop yourself and the team, improving processes and adapting to challenges.

Skills

Civil/Structural/Geotechnical

CEng or equivalent

Communication

Leadership

Education

CEng or equivalent professional registration

Job description

Kier Group plc is seeking a Principal Engineer to join our team, delivering civil, structural and geotechnical engineering across the UK. Roles are available in multiple locations including Cambridge, with agile working and up to 1-2 days per week from home.

Salary starts from £60k per year. Join one of the UK's leading temporary works design and management and construction‑related technical services providers, working on a diverse portfolio across major infrastructure schemes from concept to